పొయ్యిలో చెడ్డదినాన వేయాలి, పెళ్లిళ్లు మంచిదినాన చేయాలి

This expression emphasizes that if you speak politely and treat others with respect, the people around you will respond with kindness and support. It is used to teach that one's social environment is often a reflection of their own behavior and speech.

This proverb suggests that one's perception and outcome depend on their mindset or intentions. If your thoughts and attitude (chittam) are good, even unpleasant situations or bitter things (chedu) will result in a positive experience or be perceived as beneficial. It is often used to emphasize the importance of having a positive outlook and pure intentions.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone claims to be kind or well-intentioned, but their actions (or the results of their actions) are harsh or stingy. It often refers to a person who speaks sweetly but fails to provide help or resources when needed, similar to a mother who is loving in words but serves very little food with the ladle.

This expression describes hypocrisy or a situation where someone talks very politely or makes grand promises but acts in a harmful or contrary manner. It is used to describe people whose actions do not match their virtuous words.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of financial freedom and peace of mind. It suggests that once a person is free from debt, they can live fearlessly and confidently anywhere, even in a busy or public place like a market, without the shame or fear of facing creditors.

This proverb emphasizes that how you speak determines how others treat you. If you speak politely and kindly (good mouth), people around you (the village) will respond with the same kindness and respect. It is used to teach the importance of soft skills and polite communication in social life.

This proverb emphasizes that the quality of the origin or foundation determines the quality of the outcome. It is used to describe how good upbringing leads to good character, or how proper planning and high-quality inputs lead to successful results.

This proverb is often used to emphasize the importance and merit of conducting a marriage. It suggests that since marriage is a sacred and life-uniting event, minor compromises or exaggerations (white lies) used to bring two families together or overcome trivial hurdles are socially acceptable for the greater good of the union.

This proverb emphasizes that every outcome requires the necessary raw materials or prerequisites. It is used to explain that one cannot expect results or start a task without having the essential components or resources ready.

This proverb emphasizes that the quality of the foundation or source determines the quality of the outcome. In life, it suggests that if one's intentions or initial efforts are righteous and strong, the final results will be beneficial and rewarding.